Easy Corn Fritters

Crispy on the outside, soft and cheesy on the inside—these Easy Corn Fritters are the kind of snack or side dish everyone will love. With simple ingredients and just a few steps, you can make these in under 30 minutes.

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Easy Corn Fritters

Why You'll Love This Easy Corn Fritters Recipe

• Quick prep: Ready in about 30 minutes start to finish

• Family-friendly: A fun, crispy snack even picky eaters will enjoy

• Affordable: Made with everyday pantry and fridge staples

• Customizable: Easy to switch up flavors or ingredients

• Meal-prep friendly: Batter can be made ahead and cooked fresh later

• Freezer-friendly: Leftovers can be frozen and reheated

• Portable: Great for lunchboxes, snacks, or picnics.

• Crowd-pleaser: Works as an appetizer, side dish, or snack

Cooking Tips & Tricks

• Use fresh corn when possible: It gives the fritters more sweetness and texture

• Don’t overmix the batter: Mix just until combined to keep fritters light

• Get the oil hot enough (365°F): Ensures crispy outsides without greasy fritters

• Cook in small batches: Prevents overcrowding and keeps the oil temperature steady

• Drain well on paper towels: Keeps fritters from becoming soggy

  
  

Easy Corn Fritters Recipe

Prep: 15 mins.  | Cook Time:  20 mins.  | Servings: 6

Ingredients:

• 2 tsp. olive oil

• 1 c. fresh corn kernels, can also use frozen

• 1/4 c. onions, finely diced

• 1/4 c. red bell pepper, finely diced

• 1/2 T. minced garlic

• 7 T. all-purpose flour

• 1 T. yellow corn meal

• 2  T. granulated sugar

• 1/2 tsp. baking powder

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper

• 1/3 c. heavy cream, or buttermilk

• 1 large egg

• 1/4 c. shredded cheddar cheese

• canola oil, for frying

Let's Get Started!

1. Over a medium heat, heat olive oil in a medium skillet. Add corn, onions and red pepper, season with a little salt, then sauté until softened (about 4 minutes). Add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds and set aside.

2. In a large bowl, add flour, corn meal, sugar, baking powder, salt and cayenne pepper, whisk until combined. Add in heavy cream and egg, then combine with the dry ingredients. Fold in the sauteed corn mixture and then add the cheese.

3. In a cast iron skillet or Dutch oven, add enough oil to cover the bottom of the skillet and heat to 365 degrees.

4. Scoop 2-3 tablespoons of the fritter batter into the skillet, spread it like a pancake and fry until golden brown (about 2 minutes) then flip and continue frying.

5. Remove the fritters from the oil and drain on a paper towel and lightly sprinkle with salt before serving